Pete C. Mariani

Pete C. Mariani was born in Stockton on November 4, 1924 to Domenico and Angelina Mariani. He lived his entire life in Stockton and graduated from

local schools. He served in the Army Air Force and was an airplane and engine mechanic on B-25's and B-29's. In 1946 he was honorably discharged and began employment in construction. He worked for Nomellini Construction, E. Merlo Company, and Village Homes. He then formed a partnership with Nick Deftereos. When Nick retired, he continued on as Mariani Construction, Inc. He retired in 1990. He enjoyed growing tomatoes for family and friends. He married Dorothy Passadore on April 26, 1953.

Pete was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Dorothy Mariani, his son, Stephen Mariani, and his sister, Linda Foos. He is survived by his son, Gary (Deana) Mariani, grandchildren, Michael, Paolo, and

Angela, his brother, Michael (Theresa) Mariani and numerous sister and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. He was a member of St. Michael's Church, Waterloo Athletic Club, Waterloo Gun and Bocce Club, Italian Catholic Federation #9, and a life member of the Carpenters and Joiners of America.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial, Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at the Church of the Presentation, 1515 W Benjamin Holt Dr. Stockton, California beginning at 11:00 am. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 15, beginning at 3 pm until 7 pm at the DeYoung Memorial Chapel, 601 N. California St. Stockton. Committal will be private at the San Joaquin Catholic Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to Hospice of

San Joaquin, 3888 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA 95204 or to a local charity of your choice.